Alabama Judge Hospitalized After Being Shot by Son

The son of Montgomery County Judge Johnny Hardwick has been charged with first-degree domestic violence and illegal firearm possession following the weekend shooting.

Montgomery County Judge Johnny Hardwick was seriously injured and remains hospitalized after being shot at his home on Saturday.
Khalfani A. Hardwick, the judge's son, has been arrested and charged with first-degree domestic violence and possessing a firearm when forbidden to do so.
The incident led to Judge Hardwick undergoing surgery; however, the motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
Khalfani Hardwick has a criminal history, having pleaded guilty in 2017 to second-degree assault for shooting another person.
Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed and other community leaders have expressed their support for Judge Hardwick, highlighting his contributions to the community and the legal system.